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July 13, 2019
Richmond, VA
#hearmerohrer

Bridget & Matt

    Matt & Bridget - Our Story
    Schedule of Events

love, laughter & happily ever after

Matt Rohrer

and

Bridget Hamm

#hearmerohrer

July 13, 2019

Richmond, VA

How this love story all started...

Labor Day 2016

We met on a play date at a mutual friends house (thank you, Jennifer). We both were not expecting a "set-up" but quickly found that we enjoyed each other's company. Bridget remembers that Matt and his long legs never left the hammock. Matt remembers her ponytail and her wit. Our boys were both beginning Kindergarten the following day. Matt used that as an excuse to continue our conversation the next day. We ended up talking for hours each night that week. We coordinated another play date with our two, an adult date, and had countless more hours of conversations. We both knew pretty early on that we had found one unlike any other. We took the time to get to know each other on an intense and deep level, we fell in love, but best of all, found our match and our best friend in the process.

OUR PROPOSAL STORY

November 2018

What began as a simple kid-free weekend, to get away from normal life for a couple days, ended with a ring and plans to officially merge our lives. We made plans to stay at a bed and breakfast in the Afton area (shout out to WildmanDan!) and visit some local favorites - wineries, distilleries, and breweries alike. We enjoyed time taking in the views of the beautiful season, relaxing (aka sleeping), playing games, cards, and reading. Oh, and eating, lots of good eating. We had a beautiful dinner at the Farmhouse at Veritas and came back to the bed and breakfast for a bit of socializing by the bonfire with the other guests and owners. Matt managed to get everyone else to hide and surprised Bridget under the stars and by the fire (brrrr) with the most beautiful ring. One of the other guests even caught it all on camera. A weekend to remember for sure...

WHAT’S TO COME FOR US

After our wedding, Matt and Edward will move to Glen Allen, into the home that Bridget and Parks call home already. It is a perfect spot for two adventurous boys; with multiple parks nearby, the community pool within walking distance, and kids everywhere. The backyard becomes a popular spot for friends to come and play. The neighborhood is perfect for tons of bike riding, skateboarding and walking. There is even a trail through the back of the neighborhood that connects us to the grandparents place! With their birthdays only weeks apart (Edward 9/2/11 & Parks 9/19/11), they share so much in common. It is a blessing that they are able to “live with their buddy/brother” and grow up doing many of the same things! Both boys are rising 3rd graders for the 2019-2020 school year. Parks will continue at Echo Lake and Edward will continue at Pearsons Corner. The boys will each have their own room but will likely spend most of their time (when not outdoors) in their large and fully stocked playroom that leaves no room for any mention of “Mom, I’m bored!” Other than the new and exciting logistics, most of their lives will continue as normal.... Matt will have the convenience of close interstate access for his daily commute north to work, and will be thrilled to come home to dinner, warm and ready during the week (not to mention all those lunches packed with love). The weekend cooking responsibilities will be happily managed by Matt, as Bridget will work many weekends, hustling hard in her real estate business. The family outings we love will continue to fill the social calendars and the family vacations will be fun to plan. There won’t be a shortage of love in the home, as the family is rounded out with their 100+ lb. gentle giant, Hines. Hines is a ten year old yellow lab who has never met a stranger and goes not a day without kisses, hugs, head rubs and other unsolicited (but still welcomed) rough housing. He brings so much joy and unconditional love everyday.

OUR WEDDING DAY

July 2019

We will have a small and intimate ceremony at our church and a lovely luncheon at Tarrants West with our families. We look forward to celebrating with our friends, co-workers and family later in the day, over cocktails and cake at Midnight Brewery, one of our favorite local places to go together. Nothing fits us better than some live music, a laid-back party and fun with those we love the most.

THEN IT’S OFF TO HONEYMOONIN’

July 14th-22nd, 2019

We are so excited to head bright and early on Sunday to the gorgeous island of St. John. We will keep our celebration going as hubby and wife in a private villa in a location so spectacular, we may not come back. We plan to do tons of relaxing - poolside, oceanside and sleeping in (you parents hear us, right?!). There will be plenty of fun in store too ... horseback riding, snorkeling, Jeep adventures, hiking, exploring the vast National Park on the island, and more! Let's not forget the local food we will devour, and the countless umbrella drinks in our future. Perhaps the most exciting thing about this trip for us is the memories that will last forever. Over a week of time dedicated strictly to each other in a spot that's heaven-sent. With that said, is it too early to pack??

OUR WISH

While the greatest gift you can give us is your best wishes and your support, we understand that many of you want to shower us with something as we say "I do." While your gifts are not necessary, we've added a registry on our site to help if you're looking for something special. More than anything, please celebrate our wedding and our growing family (no, that's not a pregnancy announcement) in 2019 with us! We appreciate all of you!

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